2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Bantam | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |